The Forum

lbotta reports excellent early-season conditions at Snowshoe despite limited terrain, while other skiers share their experiences, discuss upcoming openings, and weigh in on the resort’s dining changes.

johnfmh reports Timberline’s delayed opening due to unfavorable weather, while forum members react to the shrinking snowpack and rescheduled Military Weekend.

DCSki members assess Seven Springs’ snowmaking prospects for Christmas trips, trading weather resources, opening forecasts, and likely terrain as a warm spell gives way to colder conditions.

Jellibean seeks ski goggles with nose protection for sun safety, prompting members to suggest clip-on guards, glacier glasses, fleece “goggle moustaches,” and specialized motorsports goggles.

Johnfmh reports Whitetail and Liberty’s first snowmaking of the season, prompting excitement over the resorts’ improved webcams and hopes for opening day.

The Colonel reports that Wintergreen is making snow, prompting discussion of snowmaking tests, base-building before warm weather, and hopes for sustained cold temperatures.

bawalker asks about early-season trail-opening policies at Wisp, Timberline, and Canaan, while replies suggest Snowshoe for groups needing more beginner terrain.

bawalker and tgd notice that the Dolly Sods Forest Service camera has been repositioned toward Harmon and now provides a less sharp view of the T-Line and CV slopes.

Johnfmh reports Timberline’s snowmaking is underway, while members watch the webcam, compare conditions, and speculate about opening day and additional camera locations.

DCSki members track Seven Springs’ early-season snowmaking and opening prospects, comparing conditions with nearby resorts and considering alternatives as warm weather delays the season.

cappy3 offers several nearly new Stockli demo skis at discounted prices, while Taylormatt asks whether a Laser Cross model is available.